Teaching Time
What is an everyday example of a timeline in the classroom?
A schedule.
Lesson planning should be...
child centered
Why are learning centers so important in early childhood education?
Because children learn through play.
What is a word/phrase that teachers should use to engage students in timeline sequencing?
next, soon, ready, now we, we need to, we did it, we are all finished.
What do timelines offer to children?
An understanding of time and events.
When should a teacher prepare a lesson?
The lesson should be created a year in advance to discuss many events that occur throughout the year. Lesson plans should be updated a week prior to the teaching.
Name at least one example of "artifacts" that we could be talking about during a social studies lesson.
rocks, lightbulbs, old telephones, maps, etc.
What can provide an authentic learning opportunity for students?
Field Trips
What does historical understanding begin with?
A sense of past, present, and future.
Does history comprehension only have to take place during a set block of time during the school day? Why?
No, history can be experienced during every part of a student's day. This shows that history is experienced daily, not just during a specific time.
Give an example of a project approach outcome.
Diorama, clay sculpture, block sculpture, skit, period costume, student-illustrated book, mural
Why do we teach history with hands-on experiences?
To create concrete connections that are memorable and engaging.
How can we integrate social studies into other subject areas?
Because we can incorporate vocabulary (before, during, after) and activities based on learning in class
What is the purpose of differentiated instruction?
Supports students in need of assistance, challenges students seeking enrichment; meets all levels
Why is technology important when exploring history?
Technology provides opportunities for history to be brought to life through videos and pictures. It can also be a good source of reenactments.
What is a preschooler’s main understanding of history?
Teachers embed the language of first, then, before, after, next, later as the basis for preschoolers learning history
Why is it important to refer to lessons and events that the class did in the past?
To help the students grasp a better concept of time.
Why do we tell stories about the past?
To help children develop their understanding of ethical and moral issues.
List two of the four parameters when using technology in the classroom.
Intentional, planned, interactive, supports learning and development
How can interrupting history impact students?
It can change their perspectives of the world and compare their story to others.